Discover infectious disease physician opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Infectious disease physicians diagnose and treat illnesses caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, while helping patients and care teams navigate complex infections and prevention strategies.
These specialists evaluate challenging or persistent infections, recommend diagnostic testing, interpret results, and develop treatment plans. They may also advise on antimicrobial use, infection prevention, immunization, travel-related health risks, and emerging infectious diseases. Depending on the role, physicians may work directly with patients or support hospitals and communities through consultation, research, and public health programs.
Infectious disease physicians work in hospitals, health systems, outpatient clinics, academic medical centers, laboratories, government agencies, and research organizations. Positions can include inpatient consultation, outpatient care, infection prevention leadership, clinical research, and public health response. Responsibilities and schedules vary by employer and specialty focus.
These roles generally require a medical degree, completion of residency training in internal medicine or pediatrics, and fellowship training in infectious diseases. Licensure and board certification requirements depend on the position and jurisdiction. Employers may also value clinical judgment, clear communication, collaboration across specialties, and experience with antimicrobial stewardship or infection control.
Find opportunities that align with your clinical interests, experience, and career goals. Browse infectious disease physician jobs on Ladders and review role details, employer requirements, and compensation information for positions paying $100,000 or more.
Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine
$100K - $120K *
Champion the delivery of exceptional emergency care by collaborating with a dynamic team of advanced providers, enhancing patient outcomes, and driving clinical excellence in a supportive environment...
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Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine
$95K - $115K *
Transform emergency care by joining a dedicated team of Advanced Providers, enhancing patient outcomes in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with residents and contribute to a thriving Level III Traum...
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Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine
$95K - $115K *
Engage in transformative emergency medicine as a vital Advanced Provider, enhancing patient care in a collaborative environment. Join a dedicated team committed to improving lives in a dynamic Emergen...
1 week ago
Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by joining our Emergency Medicine team as an Advanced Provider, where you'll deliver critical care in a dynamic environment, collaborating with specialists to enhance patient outco...
1 week ago
Physician and Advanced Practice Provider Recruiter- ON- SITE-Geneva, NY
$80K - $95K *
Take ownership of the end-to-end recruitment of physicians and advanced practice providers, focusing on strategic planning, relationship building, and ensuring a positive candidate experience througho...
4 weeks ago
Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine
$122K - $168K *
Champion excellence in emergency care as an Advanced Provider, enhancing patient outcomes in a dynamic team environment. Collaborate with residents and experienced professionals in a high-volume, supp...
1 week ago
Long Term and Post-Acute Care APP - Pulmonary
$90K - $150K *
Elevate your career as a Long-Term and Post-Acute Care APP, where you'll manage patient care in a collaborative environment. Enjoy a flexible schedule with no nights or weekends while making a meaning...
1 week ago
Long Term and Post-Acute Care APP - Pulmonary
$90K - $150K *
Advance patient care by managing chronic diseases in a collaborative, flexible role. Join a multidisciplinary team to enhance quality of life for patients in post-acute settings, with a focus on compa...
1 week ago
Long Term and Post-Acute Care APP - Pulmonary
$150K - $200K *
Support patient care by managing acute and chronic diseases in a collaborative team. Engage with multidisciplinary professionals to enhance quality of life for patients, ensuring comprehensive care in...
3 weeks ago
Principal Biologist/Senior Principal Biologist, Immune Aging
$71K - $187K *
Champion innovative immune research by driving hands-on experiments in T cell biology, cellular reprogramming, and chronic inflammation, delivering decision-grade data to support transformative insigh...
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Nurse Practitioner - Observational Medicine
$100K - $150K *
Champion patient care in a collaborative environment, managing 6–10 patients per shift in a Medical Short Stay Unit. Enjoy a balanced work-life with flexible scheduling and a supportive healthcare tea...
2 days ago
Emergency Medicine Physician - Fredericksburg, TX
$200K - $350K *
Unlock potential by delivering expert wound management in a flexible, mobile practice. Enjoy clinical autonomy with no nights, weekends, or call responsibilities while earning competitive compensation...
5 days ago
Associate Scientist II - Technology Access Program
$97K - $115K *
Innovate in a dynamic team by developing and optimizing multiplex proteomic panels and NULISA immunoassays. Drive biomarker discovery and validation while managing complex projects and delivering reli...
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Population Health RN Inpatient Case Manager
$88K - $105K *
Champion comprehensive care management for high-risk populations, coordinating services across healthcare systems. Collaborate with patients, families, and providers to enhance clinical outcomes and e...
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Regional Medical Director, Non-Acute UM (Fresno, CA)
$262K - $393K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing clinical outcomes and quality performance through strategic non-acute utilization management. Collaborate with providers to enhance care delivery and drive v...
3 weeks ago
Hospitalist/Nocturnist Physician (Days/Nights)
$210K - $250K *
Shape the future of patient care by joining a team that values collaboration and learning. In this hybrid hospitalist/nocturnist role, enjoy a balanced schedule while delivering exceptional care in a...
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Critical Care Intensivist Medical Director
$250K - $300K *
Lead the ICU team, ensuring quality care and collaboration among physicians, while managing a 22-bed critical care unit. Engage in quality improvement initiatives and develop peer support within a dyn...
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$100K - $120K *
Elevate patient care by leading infection prevention initiatives across multiple locations. Collaborate with staff to implement training, monitor outcomes, and manage outbreaks, ensuring a safe enviro...
2 weeks ago
$173K - $254K *
Oversee high-quality primary care delivery while mentoring clinicians and collaborating with leadership. Manage clinical operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance patient care in a dynamic...
4 weeks ago
Physician Pulmonary Critical Care - Kelsey Seybold Clinic - North Houston Campus
$279K - $500K+*
Shape the future of pulmonary care by diagnosing and managing respiratory disorders. Collaborate with a dedicated team to provide exceptional adult care, enhancing patient outcomes and advancing your...
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Transform patient care by managing complex endocrine cases and providing acute medical services. Collaborate with physicians to ensure high-quality treatment and education for patients, adhering to st...
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Director, Field Medical Effectiveness & Training
$150K - $180K *
Unlock potential by leading Field Medical training and effectiveness initiatives, enhancing operational excellence through strategic planning and collaboration. Drive impactful educational programs ac...
4 weeks ago
Physician: Gastroenterology - Orland Park, IL
$250K - $300K *
Join a team that's redefining digestive health by delivering comprehensive GI care. Collaborate with specialists in a supportive environment that values physician leadership, wellness, and work-life b...
2 weeks ago
Executive Director, Global Learning
$173K - $312K *
Empower organizational growth by leading global learning strategies, aligning workforce capabilities with business goals, and driving innovative solutions. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance l...
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Advance xenotransplant initiatives by managing research projects, coordinating data collection, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to support clinical trials and e...
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What does an infectious disease physician do?
An infectious disease physician diagnoses and treats infections and advises on prevention, testing, antimicrobial therapy, and infection control. Some also conduct research or contribute to public health initiatives.
Where do infectious disease physicians work?
They may work in hospitals, outpatient clinics, academic medical centers, research organizations, laboratories, government agencies, or public health settings.
What training is required to become an infectious disease physician?
Most positions require a medical degree, residency training in internal medicine or pediatrics, and fellowship training in infectious diseases. State licensure and board certification requirements vary.
What skills are important for infectious disease physician jobs?
Important skills include diagnostic reasoning, clinical decision-making, communication, collaboration, and knowledge of antimicrobial use and infection prevention. Specific requirements depend on the role.
How can I find infectious disease physician jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse infectious disease physician listings on Ladders and review each posting for compensation, qualifications, location, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.